Lawmaker empowers 1,176 artisans with tools
*Etsako artisans being empowered with tools
Nathan Tamarapreye
No fewer than 1,176 artisans in Etsako Federal Constituency have benefited from an empowerment programme organised by the member representing the constituency in the House of Representatives, Anamero Dekeri.
Speaking at the distribution event in Okpella on Wednesday, Dekeri said the initiative was aimed at enhancing skills and improving livelihoods across the constituency.
The beneficiaries were drawn from the three local government areas of Etsako East, Etsako West and Etsako Central. They include individuals trained in hairdressing, farming, mechanics and welding.
Dekeri commended political leaders in the state for providing an enabling environment for development, stressing that democracy must deliver tangible benefits to the people.
He said he remained committed to improving the lives of his constituents and expanding opportunities for economic empowerment.
“I will continue to strive to create opportunities that make life more meaningful for our people,” he said.
Reflecting on his performance at the National Assembly, the lawmaker said his primary focus remained the welfare of his constituents.
“I have no other business at the National Assembly than to serve your interests. I will do everything necessary to ensure that the benefits due to Etsako Federal Constituency are secured,” he said.
He added that the current programme would not be the last, revealing that a larger empowerment initiative was already planned for later in the year.
Dekeri also expressed appreciation to political leaders, ward chairmen and party executives across the constituency for their continued support, assuring them of his commitment to fulfilling his promises.
Some beneficiaries, who expressed excitement over the initiative, endorsed the lawmaker’s continued representation, describing him as a leader focused on impactful governance.
They noted that his interventions, including support for students sitting the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) exams, had significantly improved lives across the constituency.
Items distributed during the programme included sewing machines, deep freezers, hair-drying machines, welding equipment, farm chemicals, sprayers and other agricultural tools.
Members of the Nigerian Automobile Technicians Association also received complete mechanical and electrical toolboxes, while welders and aluminium workers were provided with specialised equipment for their trades.
